Senior Tax Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Our Story

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40+ offices and over 600+ professionals, we serve 65,000+ clients. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs.

Your Future Team

Dufour is a dynamic, forward-thinking accounting and tax advisory firm founded in 2015, with nearly a decade of experience delivering comprehensive strategic tax planning and compliance services to individuals and businesses across the globe. With a diverse client base ranging from startups to multi-million-dollar enterprise organizations and high-net-worth individuals, Dufour is known for its flexible, client-centric approach and deep in-house expertise across complex tax matters. Now part of Archer Lewis, Dufour is entering an exciting phase of growth, gaining access to expanded resources, broader market reach, and enhanced capabilities while maintaining the personalized service and technical excellence that define its reputation, ultimately creating greater opportunities for employees and delivering even more value to clients.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will operate as a highly independent Senior Tax Accountant, stepping into a fast-paced environment where your experience and judgment will have immediate impact. You will manage client engagements, navigate complex tax matters, and serve as a trusted resource both externally to clients and internally to the team. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable taking ownership of their work, thrives in a client-facing setting, and can contribute right away to both execution and overall team efficiency.

• Prepare and review complex business tax returns, including 1120s and 1065s
• Serve as a primary contact for clients, managing relationships and expectations
• Provide proactive tax guidance and identify planning opportunities
• Assist with compilations and reviews
• Review work prepared by junior staff and ensure accuracy and compliance
• Handle tax notices, audits, and client inquiries
• Support workflow management, especially during busy season

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of public accounting experience
• CPA strongly preferred; EA considered for exceptional candidates
• Strong experience with business tax (1120s and 1065s required)
• Solid accounting knowledge and financial statement experience
• Exposure to compilations/reviews preferred
• Ability to manage client relationships independently
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

What We Offer 

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.) 
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Matching Program 
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits 
• Pet Insurance 
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• 7 Company‑Paid Holidays 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus of up to 5% of base salary, based on individual and company performance.

Compensation Range

$76,000—$86,000 USD

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Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship unless otherwise stated in the job posting.